Air Jordan 3 "Not Nice" IF4396-001

Jordan Brand is adding another holiday release to its late-2026 lineup, but this Air Jordan 3 is not built around the cheerful side of the season. Nicknamed “Not Nice,” the colorway looks at the unlucky side of Santa’s list and gives the model a darker, more worn-in finish.

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The upper uses crackled Velvet Brown nubuck, with lighter golden shades showing through underneath. Black panels and trim cut across the shoe, while red-and-black elephant print appears around the toe and heel. The aged tan midsole fits the rougher look, though the shoe stops short of feeling like a forced vintage design.

Small red details show up across the tongue, stitching, and inner lining. The insoles carry “Checked It Twice” in gothic lettering, and Nike Air branding returns on the heel tabs. There is also a green section on the outsole, adding one quiet holiday reference to an otherwise dark colorway.

The “Not Nice” pair is expected to release alongside the brighter “Santa” Air Jordan 3, giving Jordan Brand two very different takes on the holiday theme.